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60 babysitters are listed in Eureka, IL
The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 4 years
Babysitters in Eureka, IL
Abbie W.
Washington, IL
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a recent college graduate. I have worked two summers as a camp counselor and currently work as a counselor for an after-school program. I also have experience babysitting my nieces and nephews. I am CPR certified and First-Aid trained.
Abbie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Janet H.
Metamora, IL
$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked in the health care field for 4 years. I recently retired and am looking to supplement my income. My mother passed away a few months ago at the age of 96. I do understand the care needs of the elderly. I have cared for a gentleman who had dementia. He has since passed away but I still help the wife with housework...
Janet can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, dementia, transportation, meal prep & more
Janet H.
Metamora, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 2 dogs. I have had cats in the past. I am very comfortable around pets. We treat our animals as part of our family. I have recently retired after working over 30 years. I am a mature reliable employee and a non smoker. I can provide additional references. I have a FOID card which required a background check.
Janet can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Anyone who knows me knows I love to clean and to be in a clean home! If you need help with cleaning, organizing, and getting a handle on your home cleanliness, I am your girl!
Jennah can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, organization, window washing, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning
I have watched more than 2 kids at a time and all ages! I cook for the kids and make sure to keep the house clean. I have done everything from movie days to taking kids to the park or swimming pool. I make it my goal to make sure that the child is happy at all times!
Katelyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Macy W.
Washington, IL
$17-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Macy , and I am a junior at Illinois State University. I live in Washington, IL and will be home for the summer. I have been babysitting ever since I was 13 years old. I also have nine siblings, so I am very comfortable with kids. I am looking for a summer babysitting job for a couple days out of the week.
Macy can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as funny, outgoing, talkative
I'm looking for a job that has flexible hours
I started working with kids when I was a teenager. My parents friends would ask me to watch their kids. I've watched babies from the ages of 6 months old to 8 years old.
In my spare time, I like to cook, paint, decorate,...
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, personable, & fun!
I love working with kids because I love to watch them grow and develop into good humans!
I'm looking for a job with a happy, safe, and fun environment!
I started working with kids when I was younger! Both my parents worked 2 jobs and being the oldest sister, I was...
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Devyn and i'm 23 years old. I have always had a love for children and started babysitting around 12 years old just locally around my neighborhood. I then branched out using social media to post about nannying and I cared for a few families. I moved to illinois about a year ago and that's when I decided to...
Devyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Devyn has been great for my immediate, last minute need. She's primarily with my 1 & 2 year old girls but occasionally has all four of my kids 1, 2, 4 and 8. She does light house stuff as needed without being asked. She is very personable and the kids have taken...
Abbey D.
5.0
(2)
I've been around kids for my entire life! My mom had (and still has) an in-home daycare that she opened in 1993. Since turning 14, I worked for her as a daycare assistant until I was 18. I worked as a nanny for 2 years after that. When I was 20-22 I worked at another daycare as an assistant, and since then I have been a personal...
Tiffany can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tiffany is one of the very few people i trust with my children. She has years of experience and she is dependable, trustworthy and just an all around good person. She is also great with animals and has taken care of our crazy dog while we are gone more than once....
Ashlynd F.
Gianna M.
Normal, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Gianna and I am currently a college student at Illinois State University studying Elementary Education. I will be home for the summer and absolutely love being around kids. I have taken a internship for a 3rd grade class at an elementary school and fell in love with the experience. I also have a 6-year-old sister...
5.0
"Although my Summer was brief with Gianna's help, my daughter absolutely loved spending her days learning and growing. From the moment they met, there was an instant connection because of Gianna's warm, caring and calm personality. Everyday they read books and...
April G.
Holly S.
Peoria, IL
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Holly and I am a junior civil engineering major at Bradley University. For the past 3 summers I worked at my local summer camp as an inclusion aide for children with special needs. I have worked with children with autism, ADHD, and ODD. I started babysitting when I was 14 and I have experience with babies and...
Holly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is the best! I would highly recommend her to anyone."
Kristen R.
Alexis W.
Morton, IL
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alexis. I am 20 years old, and I have been babysitting since I was 15 for several different families. The ages ranged anywhere from 3 months to 10-year-olds. When I turned 16 I got a job teaching 3-9-year-olds how to do gymnastics. I did that for 3 years, while still babysitting for different families. I really...
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Alexis has been wonderful. With regards to her professionalism, she is communicative, flexible, and reliable. With regards to her ability to work with children, she has effectively drawn out my 1-year old boy who tends to warm up to folks slowly. I was pleasantly...
Michael D.
Nicole E.
Normal, IL
$17-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I love kids, I've been working with kids for at least 6 years from babysitting to teaching horse lessons. I'm very creative in giving kids something to do. There's never a dull moment! I am prepared for anything to come! I'm also good with helping with homework and making sure they get everything complete before bed. I'm a part...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nicole was great with my son. He had so much fun with her. We will definitely be using her again!"
Racheal L.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I love kids and have a lot of experience. I have been a live-in nanny twice in Homer, Alaska and in Shenzhen, China. I currently work right now at a daycare in Normal part time and as an online English teacher. But my schedule is very flexible based on your needs. Throughout college I worked as a nanny for numerous...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily was a nanny for our 2 year old son for several months and was AMAZING. Most importantly I always felt my son was safe and happy when she was caring for him. He loved playing with her and she always kept him entertained with activities/reading/music (and no...
Amanda S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Gracie. I love making sure children have fun as well as a healthy experience while I babysit! I love watching Disney movies and having fun outside. I am a sophomore , taking an art major perfect for making fun DIY 's! I always encourage children to keep a room tidy as possible. I am a former Girl Scout and...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Grace is very personable she has a Christian background therefore she's very honest and very likable"
Rosalind L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi guys! I'm Tete (tea-T) a nursing student and D1 basketball player home for the summer! My mom ran a daycare when I was little allowing me to learn how to care for kids and eventually make a profession out of it helping others in the hospital setting. Thus, I have 10 years of experience with caretaking. Additionally, I can...
Tiwaah A can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Tiwaah is an excellent caregiver. She cared for my newborn for several months and gave her so much love and attention. She is responsible, trustworthy, punctual, and has great communication. Her medical background is also a huge plus. I would hire her again and...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Paige A. and I am pursuing a special education degree at Illinois State University. I have worked at a summer camp for children who have special needs for 2 summers and worked as a nanny in my hometown last summer. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old and love kids of all ages!
Paige can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Robyn P.
Normal, IL
$10-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Teenage Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekdays And Weekends June 7th-August 31st
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently available for the month of august and beginning of September. I am expecting at the end of September with my first boy! I have done babysitting/nannying and tutoring for kids of all ages. I love to cook, or prepare little healthy snacks and treats! I'm great with kids. I enjoy arts and crafts. I'm a dancer and I...
Robyn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We ADORE Robyn! She's sweet, reliable and wonderfully helpful! She's active, takes the kids anywhere they need to go, plus, she's very gentle and kind with my shy youngest one. She's been a lifesaver this summer!"
Bethann G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have about 6 years of experience with babysitting other families, but have been working with kids and siblings as long as I can remember. I love making connections with kids and helping them learn and grow. I'm always willing to help clean and do any household chores needed.
Ireland can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Ireland was amazing with my kids! She played with them and went on a walk with them. She got them to bed without issue, which is a feat in and of itself. My kids loved her and so do I."
Kathryn M.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Eureka, IL
Devyn R.
5.0
Devyn has been great for my immediate, last minute need. She's primarily with my 1 & 2 year old girls but occasionally has all four of my kids 1, 2, 4 and 8. She does light house stuff as needed without being asked. She is very personable and the kids have taken a very quick liking to her. I...
- Abbey D.
Tiffany T.
5.0
Tiffany is one of the very few people i trust with my children. She has years of experience and she is dependable, trustworthy and just an all around good person. She is also great with animals and has taken care of our crazy dog while we are gone more than once. She is excellent!
- Ashlynd F.
Gianna M.
5.0
Although my Summer was brief with Gianna's help, my daughter absolutely loved spending her days learning and growing. From the moment they met, there was an instant connection because of Gianna's warm, caring and calm personality. Everyday they read books and played for hours. She even taught my...
- April G.
Holly S.
5.0
She is the best! I would highly recommend her to anyone.
- Kristen R.
Alexis W.
5.0
Alexis has been wonderful. With regards to her professionalism, she is communicative, flexible, and reliable. With regards to her ability to work with children, she has effectively drawn out my 1-year old boy who tends to warm up to folks slowly. I was pleasantly surprised how she figured him out. I...
- Michael D.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Eureka, IL:
How can I find a Eureka babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Eureka, IL can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 14 babysitters in Eureka, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 5.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Eureka, IL?
The average rate for Eureka, IL babysitters on Care.com is $14.14 per hour as of May 2024. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Eureka, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Eureka, IL through Care.com. As of 2024, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Eureka, IL babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Babysitters in Eureka, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.